Christina Economos is an internationally known expert in the field of childhood obesity prevention. Her research efforts focus on large-scale community-based participatory interventions with potential for scalability. Erin Boyd Kappelhof is a registered dietitian who specializes in international nutrition communications. She primarily helps food and health organizations and companies define and disseminate their science-based messages. Jessica Collins is a recognised public health leader in Massachusetts and a sought-after speaker at events. She leads multi-sector collaborations to address emerging public health issues through sustainable systems changes.

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Helps children understand what a healthy diet is and how to stay physically active every day. This book teaches them how to make healthier nutrition and activity choices and discover how healthy eating and regular physical activity keep them feeling their best.

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Unit 1: Introduction to Nutrition and Physical Activity; Unit 2: Making Healthy Nutrition and Physical Activity Choices Every Day; Extensions 1. Supplemental Art Activities; Use healthy eating and active time to inspire each student's inner artist.; Extensions 2. Events and Resources for Library Connections; Bring the HEAT Club to your school library; Extensions 3. Creative Ideas and Resources for PE Teachers; Hit the gym with the HEAT Club!; Extensions 4. After-School Connections; Learn more about the After-School HEAT Club Curriculum, available in the accompanying web resource by using the password available in the book. This resource gives after-school leaders and participants opportunities to engage in healthy cooking activities, active games, and HEAT Club-inspired creative arts.